Manager, Finance - Network Office

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

You’ll own budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for Uncommon’s Home Office, partnering closely with leaders to turn financial insight into clearer decisions for students and schools. In this role you’ll design structures and standards for budget meetings, improve financial models and processes, and support Board- and committee-level materials that shape organizational strategy. You’ll work cross-functionally across Home Office teams and with school leaders to drive scalable improvements and guide resource decisions that support student outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Own end-to-end budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial management for the Home Office.
• Maintain integrity of financial models, assumptions, and projections; identify trends, risks, and corrective actions.
• Prepare and contribute to Finance Committee and Board materials with strategic framing.

Partnership & Decision Support

• Serve as a primary finance partner to Home Office leaders, supporting decision-making and tradeoffs.
• Set structure, standards, and expectations for budget meetings; lead complex or escalated discussions.
• Translate analysis into clear recommendations for non‑financial stakeholders.

Training, Oversight & Process Improvement

• Design and deliver financial management training for Budget Managers and Cost Center Managers.
• Provide guidance, review, and quality control for analyst work as applicable.
• Drive improvements to processes, tools, and systems to increase scalability and efficiency.

Cross‑Functional Projects & Reporting

• Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives and special projects.
• Support internal and external reporting requirements and ensure timely, accurate deliverables.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3–4 years of directly relevant experience in budgeting, forecasting, or financial management; 5–6 years total professional experience.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills; comfort owning models and structuring complex problems.
• Experience partnering with non-financial stakeholders and synthesizing analysis into recommendations.
• Demonstrated ownership for outcomes and strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working with FP&A systems, Excel, and modern productivity tools.
• Minimal physical demands; role primarily involves sitting at a desk for prolonged periods.

Nice-to-have

• Prior experience in an education, nonprofit, or multi-site organization.
• Experience preparing materials for senior leadership, finance committees, or boards.
• Interest or experience leveraging automation or AI to improve efficiency.

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. [same for all roles]

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $100,300 - $118,000

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. If you meet all job description requirements you will likely receive an offer of $106,200.

Benefits

• 19 days of paid time off
• 3 weeks of paid Winter and Summer org-wide holidays
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and health saving accounts
• A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve-with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].